Crokinole - Tips to improve your Open 20s

[@JustCallMeLoathesome]

The cat is the undisputed star of this vid. Kidding. Very well done, sir.

[@michaelmannucci8585]

"I would rather stay up all night waxing my disc" That sentence is too semantically similar to you know what lol

[@jackgibson7151]

Thank you for these! Just got a board at Christmas and my family is hooked.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Have fun!

[@nursemichelecheng]

Thank you so much! This is fantastic. I just got a board for our family over the holidays and we are addicted. We have seen you in tournament videos! This is so nice of you to do. The tips are amazing. Thank you for sharing. We also love your cat!

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

No worries, been meaning to start this channel for years now. Im hoping to make joey (cat) a bigger part of the vids to increase my view count

[@annatodorovich4663]

Great tip about using different disks for solo drills.

[@JoeyGlatz]

Thank you for the tips 🙂

[@DanielVieu]

great video, I would love to see how you get follow through and rebound twenty shots. Specifically how to line them up to have the disk follow to the line you want it to go.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Great suggestion, ricochet 20s will be focus of one of the next 2 videos, so expect it (somewhat) soon

[@Graafkaasschaaf]

I had inconsistent disks aswell. Some had what can only be described as a nipple. I am normally quite keen nipples but not these. Saw no need for the spinning side so i sanded them down flat. And finished with clear spray paint. Now they glide beautifully. On every side. What i am trying to say, ask: Why would you want difirent sided disks anyway? And inconsistend disks for that matter.

[@TerryCrokinoleBrown]

Another good video Justin, thanks for taking the time to make these. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on solo drills that you feel have helped to improve your play and consistency.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Great idea! I will add this to my video ideas list for sure. It may be hard to summarize in 1 video though !

[@HappyTurtleTurtle]

Thanks for the tips.

[@donaldbeaton2417]

Awesome video....thanks for sharing your knowledge....it's really cool to be able to get some insight, tips and tricks from one of the GOATs

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@david_papillon]

Great video. Thanks ! Yes, a video on ricochets would be cool.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

will likely be the next video (after the one I am releasing today)

[@david_papillon]

@@justinslatercrokinole2498 Thank you ! What would be nice too is if you could show some practice videos. Exercises you would recommend. Thanks for the great work.

[@kennethfharkin]

Thanks again. I can see what you mean mechanicswise by offsetting to the strong side. Could the same be achieved by setting your self up from the start slightly off to the left assuming you are a right hand shooter? This would align you for the straight shot, lake the far left extreme shots slightly less so and require slightly more lean off the edge of the chair with the far right shots, although those already have the benefit of being strong side. I know the chair cannot be moved while the game is going, although you can hang off either side but at the tournament level is the position of the chair controlled from the start by the official? Setting up offset from the start or taking the open 20 shot from slightly further to the right if you are sitting centered I 100% agree about the need to be consistent. In billiards it all starts with a consistent position/bridge/stroke and crokinole should be no different.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Yes this is a pretty good idea, and actually Jon Conrad (you can youtube some of his matches) does something like this, where he sets his chair to the left, and even rotates it a bit. I however have pretty good mobility so leaning either way isn't an issue for me. But if you find yourself struggling with left leaning shots, moving your chair slightly to the left could solve this problem. You do have to make sure you can still reach all the tight angels leaning right though.

[@debbieharris7516]

Hi Justin, Ray just told me about your KZbins thought I would check them out. Very good, thanks. Randy Harris

[@woodwood1725]

You tips are the best

[@Dooality]

So helpful! Thank you!

[@benjaminreid9963]

Instructions unclear, still waxing my disc

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

That means the instructions WERE clear, keep it up you're doing great

[@dominicleduc7269]

🤣

[@adamjackson82]

Thanks champ, great tips as usual. I've made my own board but it seems I didn't sand it fine enough before adding the poly and wax. Going to sand it back and start again, going up to at least a wet sand of 1200 grit, then use a satin poly instead of a glossy one. I have carnauba wax for the deck but no wax powder, going to have to change that. :-) Cheers from Australia.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

I don't know what most of that means but sounds like you're on the right track :P:P. Hope it goes well

[@pish6969]

Great vids!! My son and I have been playing a ton since we got our Tracey board earlier this year. I’d love to see a vid on follow thru 20s (I cannot do it other than luck). Also would like to know your thought process when taking out shots and how to control your shot after you hit the other disc. Keep up the great vids.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Unfortunately I can't do them other than luck either haha. My next video will be on ricochet 20s, I may combine this with follow-through shots, I haven't decided. My TLDR on follow through shots is don't take them unless you are desperate haha

[@goodleftovers1268]

Can you do a video on how to get better at heavy hangers

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

great suggestion! already on my list :P

[@goodleftovers1268]

@@justinslatercrokinole2498 thx can be in my video

[@dougniwa8886]

Hi Justin, all excellent suggestions and observations. I always practice my open 20s with all of my disks, but I will mix it up with other shots once I get the technique down that I want to stick with for a while. Question - I bought some wax that is actual powdered Carnauba wax, not the shuffleboard powder, it seems sticky to me & I'm thinking about just dumping it - is it worth giving a try? As for the shuffleboard powder - what speed would you recommend for a beginner? Thanks for the videos!

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

to be honest with you, i don't know a ton about the different available waxes and powders. I would recommend Capo shuffleboard wax, mine says "fast speed" on it. I actually bought the bottle when i was a beginner so i don't see any issues with beginners using the fast stuff haha. This is the same brand that we use in tournaments

[@ModestKarma]

How is the Colorado board compared to the Tracey board?

[@WildcatWithLove]

This is incredible content, please keep making these!

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Thanks, will do!

[@pharmacona]

Are you able to tell the disc spinny side from the other just by look? I just grabbed my discs and can't tell. Will try spinning them on my board to night because my desk seems too rough to tell a difference.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

I can tell just by looking at them, this takes a bit of practice though. One clue is that the spinny side usually has a point in the centre. The spinny side also has a "spirally" look to it. You can always give it a quick spin before taking your shot.

[@bunjz]

I'd like to see how to shoot shots that stop, carry through, reverse after hitting another disc

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Great suggestion, will definitely make a video about this at some point. Although, I seldom see discs reversing after hitting, this will only happen if the shooting disc is much lighter than the disc on the board.

[@matthewscunningham]

Hi, great channel, I live in Scotland and have been watching crokinole on and off for two years and the game looks amazing but just very inaccessible over here. Still haven't managed to play a game yet. I think I will need to make my own board this year. In. Your opinion when I make my own board what is the most important aspect of the board to get right for accurate and enjoyable game play? Congratulations on your world championships. Maybe you could go on tour someday

[@peterramsey8058]

Just made myself a crokinole board out of wall panels. I found in the b&q scrap box that they have at all b&q exits. You can also use old laminate floor boarding, the have a very hard slippery backs, they clip together making a nice flat surface.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Sorry for the delay! A smooth/level playing surface that is the correct dimensions is the most important thing. Second, make sure your 20 hole is sufficiently deep and has a sharp rim. Unfortunately crokinole isn't super accessible across the world as of yet, but I hear Tracey is shipping over seas now :)

[@KurtWal1]

Regarding the shot technique, is it all index finger or does the thumb play a part too?

[@fuloran1]

This is like Michael Jordan making a basketball tips channel. Question, what kind of board should someone get who's new to the game? I have been looking at a Tracey or the Crokinole canada boards

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Tracey boards are great for all levels of play, I play on these boards in tournaments and are top tier atm. I don't have experience with crokinole canada boards but I am sure they are great as well.

[@EltWilder]

Makes sense. Looking forward to more videos.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Releasing 1 within the hour!

[@Xclub40X]

I want to get into crokinole, but need a decent board and some disks and wax.... Here in UK I don't know where they sell this stuff 👀

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Great to hear, I know Tracey at Crokinole Game Boards is shipping worldwide. Not sure how much the shipping is but it may be worth it to check. Beyond that I wouldn't know where to buy a board in the UK either :(

[@angrygary91298]

Pretty good content!

[@MrWoodsNWaters]

I'm interested in buying a board and getting into Crokinole here soon. Is it worth it to go ahead and spend the money and get a Tracey? Do you have experience on any other boards that you may suggest? Thanks for your time

[@TheRich4187]

I just got introduced to this game....and oh do I suck at it! Lol!

[@scumble8271]

I too play the 'nole

[@EviLNox8]

Is there any brand disc you recommend most? I have a huge amount of mayday discs and they are different thicknesses, finishes and just not high quality.

[@DanielVieu]

crokinole depot or crokinole game boards. Mayday disks are the wrong size, thickness and paint.

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Yeah I would echo what Daniel said. Those two websites wouldn't sell you bad discs, as the owners are great players themselves. A little bit of variation will happen, but if you can notice a difference just by holding them, then it's too much.

[@dominicleduc7269]

Do you have a specific routine that you practice? Because with just your 3 videos my game has took a nice step and I want to get to a competitive level! You videos are really great stuff, thanks a lot! 😊

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Thanks for the niceties :) I don't have a specific practice routine, but I used to do some very specific drills. Most of which just involved shooting open 20s, doing routine takeouts, and basic ricochet 20s

[@666dynomax]

how much would a beautiful board like that cost?

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Mine was about 300 canadian dollars 4ish years ago (if I remember correctly) I bought it from the owner of crokinoledepot.com. If you live in north america and youre interested in buying a high quality board, check out the video description

[@JonGardner]

How do you like your ColoradoCrokinole board?

[@branboom3342]

Sometimes I stay up all night waxing my disk 🤣

[@trenton1258]

Love these comments

[@r.anthonyroth2388]

"stay up all night waxing my disk", definitely no euphemism intended here I assume... Also, +1 for hyper cat

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Keeping Joey (hyper cat) off the board is the greatest challenge I face when making these videos lol

[@ensomerset]

Your cat is really cute omg

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

thanks, yours is too

[@lolitahugo]

@@justinslatercrokinole2498 what breed is your kitty?

[@celestihel]

Like, I’m here for the Crokinole, but you can’t have a gorgeous photobomber like that and not ask questions. I’d love to know breed...I’m guessing Korat, Burmese, or Oriental Shorthair for the fun of trying to figure it out 😂

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Russian blue :)

[@celestihel]

@@justinslatercrokinole2498 ha! Should have known. Well, gorgeous!

[@jackhandma1011]

This guy is the Michael Jordan of Crokinole. Respecc.

[@goodleftovers1268]

Yo your KZbin is the best can I please interview on my KZbin channel

[@Whatthechanel]

So Shaq would be horrible at shooting 20s?

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

He had trouble shooting freethrows cause his hands were too big for the ball, I can't imagine him holding a crokinole disc lol

[@MrRedrum01]

Davie504?

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

Not the first one to say this haha

[@CousinSqueeze]

The American Davie504

[@justinslatercrokinole2498]

*Canadian and lol. I have also been called "Gabe from the office". I personally don't see it :P

[@CousinSqueeze]

@@justinslatercrokinole2498 You Don't Think You Look Like Davie504?!

[@devekut2]

Your cat has big ears.

[@adamstar7516]

Way to completely overthink this most simple of games.

[@iMatti00]

😮 @2:57 ~ Is that what they call it nowadays… 😳